Changes of this type may or may not result in the creation of a new record. For conditions under which changes of this type do not result in the creation of a successive record, see AACR2 rules 21.2A, 21.2C, 25.5B, and related rule interpretations.

Changes resulting in the creation of a new record [M]:

When a change in main entry heading and/or title proper results in the creation of a new record, the existing record must be closed off by making changes to data elements, as appropriate. Example:

Changes resulting in revision of the existing record [M]:

When a change in the publication pertains to data in the main entry heading and/or title proper, but the change does not result in the creation of a successful record, revise the existing record.

a. Changes pertaining to uniform title main entry heading:

When a serial is entered under a uniform title heading qualified by place of publication, and the place of publication changes, record the new place of publication in a note (500). Change the fixed field Country of Publication code (008/15-17) to reflect the new place of publication.

When a serial is entered under a uniform heading qualified by a corporate name, and the corporate name changes, if current practice would call for qualification by place of publication, revise the qualifier in the uniform title heading to place of publication.

b. Changes pertaining to the title proper:

Make a general or specific note (fields 246 or 500), as appropriate, about changes in the title proper that do not result in the creation of a successive record. If important for access, make an added entry (field 246) for the later title(s). Example:

See also:

B4.2. Changes in the publication